Well established over the years, the Nordmann Fir is generally regarded as being the best performing tree you can buy. Many people throughout the UK and the rest of Europe choose a Nordmann for their Christmas tree.
They offer better needle retention compared with other species such as the Norway Spruce. This is largely due to them having soft thick needles which help to minimise water loss and shedding all over your carpet! Another characteristic are its leaves; attractive blue grey needles which are silver when viewed from underneath.
Although a bit more expensive than the spruces, we believe they offer excellent value for money. Their shape makes them exceptionally high quality.
The Norway Spruce is the traditional Christmas tree with its pointed mid-green needles standing on tiny pegs and a lovely scent. It occurs naturally throughout the UK and the rest of Northern Europe.
It is because of its ability to grow well on a number of sites that it has become a popular tree. If not cared and properly situated, the Spruce is prone to needle-drop
Over the last few seasons pot grown Christmas Trees have increased in popularity and we now stock pot grown Nordmann Firs alongside the Norway Spruce.
As the name suggests, they are Christmas Trees supplied in pots, complete with roots. Once the festive season is over it can be potted on or transplanted into the garden.
All our trees are grown in commercially managed plantations specifically to be sold during the festive season. This means that more trees replace those cut down and sold. Depending on the size of your tree, it may be up to 7 years old!
Tidying up the last of Autumn – Finish the clearing of leaves from the beds and borders to prevent plants dying from being covered in damp.
Clear up weedy beds in time for Spring mulching.
Root cuttings can now be taken.
Keep cutting back herbaceous perennials and add them to the compost heap.
Rake any remaining leaves to prevent the grass being starved of light and moisture
Repair bare patches by using turf cut from other areas of the garden (if available).
Re-cut lawn edges with an edging iron to keep up a neat appearance of the garden.
Beware of ice forming on the pond if you have fish as this can be fatal. Either install a air pump or pond heater to prevent this.
You can also make a hole by placing a saucepan of hot water on the surface until is has melted. Do not crack the ice as this can harm the fish.
Place nylon strings across the pond at least 15cm from the ground and edge of the pond to deter birds fishing.
Continue to rake out leaves and shake off any that have fallen on netting.
Protect new trees, hedges and shrubs from the cold weather, winds and frost. Thick dry mulch will protect the roots and branches can be covered with fleece. For evergreens, keep the light coming through by covering with clear polythene – don’t let it touch the leaves as they could freeze or rot from condensation.
Continue to plant roses but avoid anywhere that roses have been previously planted. This can lead to issues with replant diseases.
Check tree ties and stakes as cold and harsh winds can loosen them.
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